Looking for a captivating tale to share with your kids this Halloween? Dive into this free short story from Laura Hickey's children's book, Mysterious Chills and Thrills. This eerie narrative will keep you on the edge of your seat. Happy Halloween!
Have you ever watched a horror movie and then tried to sleep, only to find your mind racing with alternate endings and memorable scenes? Imagine waking up in a world where you no longer exist and must navigate through terrifying obstacles to find your way out. Could you handle it?
"Let's go play in the woods," Tina suggested.
"I don’t know, last time we did, Mom was really mad," Shawn hesitated.
"Don’t be such a baby, Shawn! We’re just going to check out the old farmhouse. Who knows, maybe the tools will come alive and get you... ha ha!" Tina teased.
"Stop it, stop it right now!" Shawn screamed.
"Hold your horses," Tina laughed.
"I’m going to tell Mom," Shawn threatened.
"If you do, I’ll just lie and tell Mom who really broke the dish," Tina grinned. "So you might as well just come into the woods," she added proudly.
"Fine!" Shawn pouted.
As they crept into the woods, the hooting owls and rustling trees created an eerie atmosphere. The old farmhouse loomed ahead, its windows rattling in the wind. The sky darkened ominously, and an eagle's scream sent chills down their spines. Tina's jaw dropped as she looked at her brother.
Shawn, trying to be brave, opened the farmhouse door.
"Wait!" Tina yelled.
"Why?" Shawn asked, wide-eyed.
"Maybe it’s not such a good idea to go in," Tina squeaked.
"Look who’s the baby now!" Shawn teased. He took one last look at his sister and stepped inside. A thunderous roar scared Tina, causing her to fall to the muddy ground. Seconds later, she heard Shawn's terrified screams.
"Help me, please don’t let it hurt me!" Shawn cried.
Tina rushed into the farmhouse, her heart pounding. She saw a horrifying creature with a rope around Shawn's neck. The creature's greasy hands tightened the rope, and Tina felt her body turn cold.
"I’m sorry, Shawn! I’m sorry for all the teasing!" Tina screamed as she ran out of the farmhouse, tears streaming down her cheeks. She reached her house and found her mother in the kitchen.
"Mom, something’s happened to Shawn. We have to save him!" Tina exclaimed.
"Mom? Shawn? Who are you?" the lady asked.
"What? What do you mean? I’m your daughter!" Tina cried.
"I’m not your mother. I don’t even have children," the lady replied.
Tina ran to her room, trying to make sense of the situation. She closed her eyes and saw the words "go back" in the darkness. She bolted out of her room and rushed back to the farmhouse. The air was cooler, and the sky was darker. She could smell the filthy beast.
Tina banged on the farmhouse doors until they opened. Inside, tools flew and doors smashed. A chilly hand grasped her arm, but she jerked away. The monster stood before her, but Shawn was nowhere to be seen.
"Shawn?" she called out. "Shawn!"
She saw her brother's hand out of the corner of her eye. "Shawn, run!" she screamed.
"I can’t, I’m stuck!" Shawn replied.
Tina tried to untangle the rope around Shawn's legs, but the knot was too tight. The beast slammed her against the wall, and her vision went black. She heard Shawn's faint cries as she lost consciousness.
Tina woke up in her bed, her alarm clock blaring. "It was a dream?" she wondered. She rushed downstairs to find Shawn eating breakfast and her mother loading the dishwasher.
"Good morning, my dear brother," Tina said.
"What’s gotten into you?" Shawn asked.
"Oh, nothing," Tina replied, relieved that it was all just a bad dream.
This spine-chilling short story from Mysterious Chills and Thrills by Laura Hickey is perfect for a Halloween read. It not only entertains but also offers valuable lessons about bravery and sibling relationships. So, gather your kids and enjoy this thrilling tale together. Happy Halloween!
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